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VCU Health is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to provide unit leadership and manage day-to-day operations under the Nurse Manager's direction. The role includes human resources oversight, regulatory compliance, risk management, and fiscal stewardship, with responsibility for patient care planning, coordination, and evaluation.
The position supports strategic planning and program development and maintains 24-hour unit oversight.
The Assistant Nurse Manager provides unit leadership and management under the guidance and direction of the Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager’s responsibilities include human resources management; day-to-day unit operations; regulatory compliance and risk management; and financial stewardship. The Assistant Nurse Manager oversees the planning, organizing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluation of care provided to patients on the unit. This role contributes to the unit’s strategic planning and program development; monitors and evaluates the overall care provided to the patients; and maintains 24-hour responsibility for the unit.
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible
Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience with at least one (1) year in a lead, charge or supervisory nursing role
Experience in an academic medical center environment Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited program Certification in specialty area
All day-to-day operations of the unit and leadership of staff are handled independently. Advice and guidance are sought from the Nurse Manager on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activities inside or outside the unit. Has input into team member grievances and terminations and provides direction and feedback into the annual unit goals and budget. Completes performance evaluations with final review by Nurse Manager.
All team members assigned to the nursing unit.
Requires frequent visibility on all shifts, including weekends to enhance team member communications and monitor team member performance.
Based on unit assignment
Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
$37.62 - $64.22 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. Days
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